Rael and Fabian had $120 at first. Rael spent $46 while Fabian spent $27 less than him. The amount Fabian had left was
38 of the amount Rael had left. How much did Rael have at first?
| |
Rael |
Fabian |
Total |
| Before |
3 u + 46 |
8 u + 19 |
120 |
| Change |
- 46 |
- 19 |
|
| After |
3 u |
8 u |
|
Amount that Fabian had spent
= 46 - 27
= $19
Total amount that Rael and Fabian had at first
= 3 u + 46 + 8 u + 19
= 11 u + 65
11 u + 65 = 120
11 u = 120 - 65
11 u = 55
1 u = 55 ÷ 11 = 5
Amount that Rael had at first
= 8 u + 46
= 8 x 5 + 46
= 40 + 46
= $86
Answer(s): $86
